Repentance Tower

Dumfriesshire, United Kingdom

The Repentance Tower is a very rare example of a mid-16th century watch tower standing on Trailtrow Hill. Built in 1565 by John Maxwell, the tower takes its name from an inscription Repentance carved on the stonework above the entrance door.

The watch tower remained with the Maxwells until in around 1627 the sixth Lord Herries sold Hoddam Castle and the tower to Sir Richard Murray of Cockpool (Comlongan) Castle. The barony and castle were purchased in 1690 by John Sharpe and remained with that family until 1878.

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Address

Hoddom, Dumfriesshire, United Kingdom

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Founded: 1565
Category: Castles and fortifications in United Kingdom

Rating

4.3/5 (based on Google user reviews)

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User Reviews

giles dyche (8 months ago)
An interesting tower/landmark that is a bit of a ramble uphill to reach but well worth it for the views across the Solway Firth to the Lake District. There’s an information board with a brief history of the place but no entry to the tower itself. Parking is roadside only and it definitely isn’t wheelchair accessible.

Linda Henderson (16 months ago)
Worth the great hike upthe hill!

Gail Smallman (2 years ago)
I was lead to believe the tower was open to explore but it was padlocked. Great views after that walk up that big hill

Tracy Knight (3 years ago)
Beautiful scenery steeped in history View of the castle below & the old church

Hayley F (3 years ago)
Such a magical time to visit the tower at sunset. Its not a bad climb up either, I was in trainers and got there fine

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